Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $60,000.00 - $90,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
competitive salary
Quarterly bonus
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program
Job Description
RPM Seafood offers the truest expression of the world's best fish and seafood complemented by the brand's renowned steak program, paired with award-winning wine lists and impeccable service. As part of Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, RPM Seafood embodies a commitment to culinary excellence and outstanding hospitality in a high-end dining environment. Known for its dedication to quality and exceptional guest experiences, RPM Seafood balances an elite seafood menu with premium steaks, creating an unmatched dining atmosphere for guests who appreciate fresh, expertly prepared dishes in an elegant setting.
The Pastry Sous Chef role within the RPM Team's Commissary is an exciting opportunity for an experienced pastry professional to join a dynamic culinary team. This role focuses on overseeing the pastry line, managing inventory, and leading the preparation, production, and presentation of baked goods, pastries, and desserts. The successful candidate will have at least two years of pastry sous chef experience and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume, full-service restaurant environment. This position involves running back-of-house (BOH) shifts, ensuring smooth kitchen operations, maintaining food quality, conducting inventory orders, and contributing to food cost management.
The Pastry Sous Chef will also engage closely with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and service areas, guaranteeing every guest’s dessert experience exceeds expectations. Leadership is vital in this role, as managing and developing kitchen staff, conducting pre-shift meetings, and maintaining recipe consistency are core responsibilities. The position requires flexibility regarding work schedules, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and potential travel between multiple sites.
Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants supports their teams with comprehensive benefits, including competitive salaries, quarterly bonuses, paid time off (including holidays, personal days, and vacation), and medical and dental insurance. Additional benefits include vision insurance, life and accident protection, critical illness insurance, domestic partner benefits, employee assistance programs focusing on mental health and wellness, and employee restaurant discounts.
Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is a culinary-driven company that values its people and fosters a Culture of Caring at over 130 locations. The company embraces diverse perspectives and talents, creating growth opportunities for employees at all levels. This Pastry Sous Chef opportunity at RPM Seafood offers not only a rewarding career with competitive compensation ranging from $60,000 to $90,000 annually but also the chance to be part of an innovative team dedicated to excellence in cuisine and hospitality. Candidates ready to contribute to and grow with this esteemed organization are encouraged to apply today and explore the exciting possibilities ahead while participating in the E-Verify employment eligibility program.
The Pastry Sous Chef role within the RPM Team's Commissary is an exciting opportunity for an experienced pastry professional to join a dynamic culinary team. This role focuses on overseeing the pastry line, managing inventory, and leading the preparation, production, and presentation of baked goods, pastries, and desserts. The successful candidate will have at least two years of pastry sous chef experience and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume, full-service restaurant environment. This position involves running back-of-house (BOH) shifts, ensuring smooth kitchen operations, maintaining food quality, conducting inventory orders, and contributing to food cost management.
The Pastry Sous Chef will also engage closely with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and service areas, guaranteeing every guest’s dessert experience exceeds expectations. Leadership is vital in this role, as managing and developing kitchen staff, conducting pre-shift meetings, and maintaining recipe consistency are core responsibilities. The position requires flexibility regarding work schedules, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and potential travel between multiple sites.
Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants supports their teams with comprehensive benefits, including competitive salaries, quarterly bonuses, paid time off (including holidays, personal days, and vacation), and medical and dental insurance. Additional benefits include vision insurance, life and accident protection, critical illness insurance, domestic partner benefits, employee assistance programs focusing on mental health and wellness, and employee restaurant discounts.
Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is a culinary-driven company that values its people and fosters a Culture of Caring at over 130 locations. The company embraces diverse perspectives and talents, creating growth opportunities for employees at all levels. This Pastry Sous Chef opportunity at RPM Seafood offers not only a rewarding career with competitive compensation ranging from $60,000 to $90,000 annually but also the chance to be part of an innovative team dedicated to excellence in cuisine and hospitality. Candidates ready to contribute to and grow with this esteemed organization are encouraged to apply today and explore the exciting possibilities ahead while participating in the E-Verify employment eligibility program.
Job Requirements
- 2 years of pastry sous chef experience
- ability to lead kitchen staff
- experience in high-volume full-service restaurant environment
- strong organizational and inventory management skills
- effective communication skills
- flexibility to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays
- physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- commitment to food safety and quality standards
Job Qualifications
- 2-3 years of pastry chef experience in a high-volume full-service restaurant
- ability to lead and manage the kitchen staff
Job Duties
- Oversee the pastry line and inventory
- lead the preparation, production and presentation of baked goods, pastries and desserts for the restaurant
- run BOH shifts and ensure effective and efficient BOH shifts and operations including food prep and cooking
- ensure adequate inventory levels of food and supplies
- supervise the kitchen, dish and all other BOH teams
- lead BOH pre-shift meetings and participate in line, temp and cooler checks and food tastings for the shift
- partner with GM and/or designated managers/chefs to regularly review and maintain recipe books
- perform regular line checks throughout the day to ensure quality of all menu items
- purchase and order food product and supplies for the restaurant including daily product order
- assist with tracking and controlling food cost
- ensure effective communication of food production and timing issues, needs, and special requests between front of house (FOH) and BOH
- partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all BOH employees and teams as needed
- model and promote teamwork across all teams
- use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy
- work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed
- move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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